Students pursuing the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate program develop technical skills and specialized training to meet current or future job requirements calling for GIS knowledge. Students will use geographical data and industry-standard computer technology to assemble, manipulate, analyze, and visualize geographic data for use in problem-solving and decision making. In the process, students develop their knowledge of cartography, remote sensing, computer science, and Global Positioning System (GPS), spatial data management, analysis, and visualization.
For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences department page.
For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/15-1299.02
| Total Credits Required | 30 |
| Technical Concentration | 18 |
| GC 225 Introduction to Maps | 2 |
| GC 335 Geographic Information Systems | 4 |
| GC 337 Cartographic Design | 4 |
| GC 425 Remote Sensing | 4 |
| GC 428 Spatial Analysis | 4 |
| Electives: | 4 |
| Choose from the following: | |
| CN 254 Construction Survey and Layout (3 cr.) | |
| CS 101 Web Site Construction (4 cr.) [INTT] | |
| CS 120 Computer Science I (4 cr.) [QUAR] | |
| CS 122 Computer Science II (4 cr.) | |
| CS 201 Programming in C++ (3 cr.) | |
| CS 222 Data Structures (4 cr.) | |
| DD 100 Technical Drafting with Introduction to CAD (4 cr.) | |
| GC 412 Database Development (4 cr.) | |
| GC 431 Landscape Dynamics and Analysis (4 cr.) | |
| GC 491 Internship (2 - 6 cr.) | |
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| Other Required Courses | 8 |
| Choose two courses from the following: | |
| GC 235 Quantitative Methods or equivalent | 4 |
| DATA 109 Introduction to Statistics [QUAR] (preferred) or | 4 |
| MA 113 Finite Mathematics (4 cr.) [QUAR] or higher | |
Bulletin Year:
2023 - 2024 Undergraduate Bulletin
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